Mike O
: Thanks for taking the time out to talk to us, it really means a lot!
Nick: My pleasure, stoked to be here!
Mike
O : So where did the name Runner Runner come from? Is there a story
behind the name?
Nick: We had a lot of names we were trying to choose
from...We all liked Runner Runner cause it had a ring to it, loved the
idea of "RR" for a logo and its a term in poker to go runner runner and
win...kinda like coming up against the odds...which is how we see it
going!
Mike O : Who are some musicians that greatly influence
you and your music?
Nick: Our producer Tommy Henriksen
(www.myspace.com/tommyzuzu) is a sick musician who has influenced
us...not to mention some of our favorite bands: goo goo dolls, Third eye
blind, Rascal Flatts, the Police, and Alli D...thats just to name a few
we are always listening to music.
Mike O : What would you say is one thing that really
sets you apart from other bands coming out of California today?
Nick:
We want undeniable POP songs that people can dance to and cry to...our
vision to get to the top is clear....it seems like a lot of bands are
into playing music to meet girls, party of have a lack of
responsibilities, basically the wrong reasons and dont have a vision...
we are in it for the songs and the kids. period.
Mike O : Is there the chance that an LP should be
coming out soon?
Nick: YES!!! We are writing/ recording it now!
Hopefully this fall/winter we will release it.
Mike O : What about tours, should your fans be
expecting a tour anytime soon? If so with who?
Nick:
Yes to that too! We will be playing a lot of west coast shows in the
coming months and def expect to see us on some tours this fall...can't
say who yet but we have been fortunate enough to become friends with a
lot of great bands and we are putting pressure on all of them to take us
out! HAHA
Mike O : What
should your fans expect from a Runner Runner live show?
Nick:
LOUD CRAZY FUN....expect to want to dance and expect it to sound
AMAZING....COME OUT TO OUR SHOWS AND SEE FOR YOURSELF.
Mike O : What are some things that really inspired you
to play and write music?
Nick: When I was 15
years old, my best friend died. When i thought there was nothing that
could get me past such a hard time in life, i found music was what saved
me. Ever since then, i've wanted to give back to the music ive gotten
so much out of. I want to write songs that help people get through tough
times like i had to....that really inspires me to write and play
songs!!!! oh and i think being in love definitely helps too HA!
Mike O : A lot of fans want to know what equipment
there favorite band uses, care to share?
Nick: We play Fender
and Gibson Guitars through Mesa Boogie amps...our drummer uses Pork Pie
drums and Dean Markley makes great strings...oh and we play acoustic a
lot too and Washburn is our Acoustic guitar of choice!
Mike
O : Thanks for taking the time to talk to us. Do you have any last
messages for your fans?
Nick: Thank you! I just wanna let
everyone know we are so stoked to have some many great people listening
to our music and inspiring us. We are here for you guys and we cant wait
to meet every last one of you. We are forever yours....sincerely, RR.